Correct Answer : Option (C) - April 17th

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World Hemophilia Day is an annual observance held on April 17th to raise awareness about hemophilia, a rare and inherited bleeding disorder. This year, the theme for World Hemophilia Day 2024 is “Equitable access for all: recognizing all bleeding disorders.” This article will explore the history, significance, and importance of this important health observance.

History of World Hemophilia Day :

The foundation of World Hemophilia Day was laid in 1989 by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH). The date of April 17th was chosen to honor the birth of Frank Schnabel, the founder of the organization, who played a pivotal role in advocating for hemophilia awareness and improved treatment options.

Hemophilia: A Royal Disease :

While hemophilia cases have been documented as far back as ancient Egypt, the disease gained more widespread recognition when Queen Victoria of England became a carrier of hemophilia B, or factor IX deficiency, in the 19th century. She passed on this genetic trait to three of her nine children, earning hemophilia the moniker “the royal disease.”

The Etymology of Hemophilia :

The term “hemophilia” is a shortened version of the original term “hemorrhaphilia,” which was coined by Dr. Schonlein, a professor at the University of Zurich, and his student, Friedrich Hopff.

Understanding Hemophilia :

Hemophilia is a rare bleeding disorder in which the blood does not clot properly due to alterations in the genes that regulate the body’s ability to stop bleeding. This genetic condition is more common in men, as the genes responsible for producing the clotting factors VIII and IX are located on the X chromosome.

Correct Answer : Option (C) - New York

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Pursuant to Section 44 (Q.) of R.A 8371, National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) joins the 23rd Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) held in the UN Headquarters, New York, USA.

NCIP Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las, together with Commissioner Atty. Pinky Grace Pareja, Commissioner Atty. Rhodex P. Valenciano, Commissioner Gaspar A. Cayat, Commissioner Jeorge M. Largado, and Commissioner Simplicia P. Hagada with the support from other member agencies of the Philippine delegation, represented the Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of the Philippines in the 23rd Session of the UNPFII.

This year’s session focuses on the theme: “Enhancing Indigenous Peoples’ Right to Self-determination in the Context of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Emphasizing the Voices of Indigenous Youth.” Relative thereto, Indigenous Peoples Youth Member, Ms. Rurelyn Bay-Ao of the Ata-Manabo ICCs/IPs of Talaingod was tapped to represent the ICCs/IPs youth of the Philippines.

Correct Answer : Option (B) - BPCL

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The greenfield Noida international airport on Tuesday (16th April 2024) said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) for laying a dedicated aviation turbine fuel (ATF) pipeline to the airport facility to meet its fuelling demands.

The greenfield airport is slated to start operations by December end 2024, said officials associated with the deal.

The dedicated ATF pipeline, spanning 34km, and extending 1.2km within the airport premises, will be laid from BPCL’s Piyala terminal in Faridabad to the tank farm at the airport site.

Once operational, this pipeline will operate on a common/contract carrier basis, ensuring seamless fuel transportation to the airport, said officials associated with the deal.

In a statement, Sukhmal Jain, director (Marketing), BPCL, said, “The BPCL has been the pioneer in setting up ATF facilities at the airports and allied infrastructure in India since the time the aviation industry took off in the country.” Jain said, and emphasized BPCL’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions by minimising the road transportation of fuel.